The following is taken from the revised second edition of Sheet Metal Shop Layouts, published by Snips in September 1981. Figures used have not been adjusted for inflation. Editor’s note: One of the ...

Opinions expressed by Entrepreneur contributors are their own. Ever walked into a big chain store and walked out with way more than you had planned to purchase? Big retailers certainly seem to know ...

Target has introduced a larger-format store concept — nearly 150,000 square feet compared to the chain average of 130,000 square feet — that will become the retailer’s focus for new stores in the next ...

Many sheet metal contractors ask, “When should I prepare a shop layout for my business?” To answer this question, I submit for consideration the following six elements — which should be present — ...

Opinions expressed by Entrepreneur contributors are their own. When Julie Owen bought Cocobolo Interiors in 2008, she set about adding more contemporary items to the Armonk, N.Y., shop. But with only ...

Retail spaces have always depended on a blend of creativity, efficiency and security. While the customer-facing design usually takes centre stage, the finer safety and protection details behind the ...

Forbes contributors publish independent expert analyses and insights. Shelley E. Kohan covers the retail industry and is based in New York. This article is more than 2 years old. Ulta Beauty's new ...

Vastu Shastra offers practical guidelines to optimize shop layouts for improved customer flow and increased sales. By strategically positioning the entrance, cash counter, and merchandise according to ...